Switching from an Android device to a new iPhone Duo typically involves moving personal data such as contacts, photos, and videos to the new device. Apple's Move to iOS app facilitates this during the initial setup process, but users who have already configured their iPhone often face a factory reset to use that method. Tenorshare iTransGo, a computer-based tool, provides an alternative for transferring supported data after setup without erasing the device, according to a company announcement.
The software connects both phones to a Windows PC or Mac, allowing users to select and migrate compatible data types. Key features include transfer after setup, selective data transfer, and support for multiple data types, subject to device and system compatibility. This addresses a common scenario: users who set up their iPhone before realizing they need to move data from their old Android phone. Instead of resetting, they can use iTransGo to migrate contacts, photos, and videos directly.
The process involves downloading and installing Tenorshare iCareFone iTransGo on a compatible computer, connecting both devices with compatible cables, granting required permissions, selecting the desired data types, and starting the transfer while keeping both devices connected until completion. Users are advised to check the latest system requirements and device compatibility before starting.
The announcement matters because it highlights a gap in Apple's native migration workflow. Move to iOS is designed for the initial setup process, and users who have already configured their iPhone may need to erase the device to use it. For those unwilling or unable to reset, iTransGo offers a way to transfer supported data without that step. This could be particularly relevant for users who purchase a new iPhone Duo after having used an Android device for some time and who have already personalized their new phone.
However, the solution is not without limitations. It requires a computer and cables, and compatibility depends on the specific devices and system versions. The company emphasizes that users should review system requirements and device compatibility beforehand. The choice between Move to iOS and iTransGo depends on the device setup status, the data that needs to be moved, and compatibility requirements.
Tenorshare develops software solutions for mobile devices and computers, including tools for data transfer, file recovery, system repair, and device management. Its iTransGo software is designed to help users migrate supported data between Android and iOS devices. More information about the company and its products is available at https://www.tenorshare.com/.
